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How Marijuana Legalization and Mental Health Risks Are Connected
The Unseen Costs of Marijuana Legalisation As more countries and jurisdictions move to legalise marijuana,…
How Virginia Is Becoming Similar to California and New York With Unlicensed Cannabis Stores
Virginia is on a concerning path that mirrors the situations faced by California and New…
US Medical Marijuana Ruling: Supreme Court’s CBD Lawsuit Decision Explained
The debate over cannabidiol (CBD) and its legal boundaries took another turn when the US…
The Rise & Fall of Pueblo’s Cannabis Industry
The story of the Pueblo Cannabis Industry in Colorado reveals both the hope and challenges…
Prevention FIRST! The Hyannis Consensus Blueprint: A Landmark in Balanced Drug Policy
Prevention FIRST! The Hyannis Consensus Blueprint: A Landmark in Balanced Drug Policy March 12, 2025…
Growing Up with Hippie Parents in a Cloud of Smoke
Growing Up with Hippie Parents in a Cloud of Smoke January 16, 2025 A Child’s…
Busting the Myth That Marijuana Doesn’t Kill in 1 minute
Kevin Sabet, a former adviser on drug policy to three presidents—Clinton, Bush and Obama
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Diversion programs like L.E.A.D. and drug courts—modeled after Sweden’s strict but compassionate approach—use criminalization as a gateway to recovery, helping addicts rebuild their lives rather than remain stuck in harmful cycles. Proven to reduce recidivism and save millions in taxpayer dollars, these programs demonstrate that the legal system can play a vital role in real, lasting rehabilitation.
